Our client, a leading commercial construction firm, is seeking a Director of Business Development to support continued growth across the Colorado market This senior leadership role focuses on developing and maintaining strategic relationships with key decision-makers, identifying new project opportunities, and supporting long-term revenue growth.
Working closely with executive leadership, business unit leaders, and preconstruction teams, the Director of Business Development will play a critical role in expanding market presence, managing client relationships, and developing strategies that position the company to win new work. This position requires a strong network within the Colorado commercial real estate and construction markets, particularly along the Front Range
Duties & Responsibilities
• Lead Generation & Opportunity Development
Identify and build relationships with key partners, developers, owners, and organizations to generate new project opportunities
Qualify potential leads and assist in determining Go/No-Go decisions for project pursuits
Develop and implement long-term client account strategies to strengthen relationships and increase repeat business
Maintain detailed tracking of leads, opportunities, and client interactions to support pipeline development
Provide regular updates on opportunities and market activity to leadership during sales planning meetings
• Pursuit Strategy & Proposal Support
Collaborate with estimating, marketing, preconstruction, and proposal teams to support pursuit strategies
Participate in proposal planning sessions, interview preparation, and pursuit strategy development
Work with leadership teams to identify active owners and developers within key markets and create targeted engagement strategies
Ensure accurate documentation of all pursuits and activities within the company’s CRM system
• Market Research & Strategic Planning
Research emerging market opportunities, industry trends, and potential client organizations
Analyze wins, losses, and pipeline data to identify strategic insights and improvement opportunities
Support executive leadership with preparation of reports, presentations, and business development materials
• Client & Community Engagement
Represent the organization within the community through professional associations, economic development groups, and industry organizations
Build and maintain relationships with executive-level stakeholders across the regional market
Participate in leadership roles within key organizations to strengthen industry visibility and market presence
Qualifications & Requirements
• Experience
Minimum 5 years of business development experience, ideally within the construction or commercial real estate industries
Demonstrated success developing and maintaining relationships with private commercial clients
Proven ability to generate new opportunities and convert leads into active project pursuits
Experience collaborating with leadership teams to develop and manage a strong project pipeline
• Industry Knowledge
Strong understanding of the commercial construction industry and regional market dynamics
Familiarity with development schedules, budgeting, value engineering, and construction delivery methods such as design-build
Knowledge of standard construction contract structures and project lifecycle processes
• Technical & Business Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Experience using CRM platforms and managing sales pipelines
Familiarity with construction and project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar tools is beneficial
Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic planning abilities
• Communication & Leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong relationship-building and networking abilities with executive-level stakeholders
Ability to analyze information, make strategic decisions, and adapt business development strategies to changing market conditions
Strategic thinker with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Work Environment
Ability to work in a variety of environments including office settings, client meetings, and industry events
Willingness to travel locally as needed to support client engagement and business development activities
Benefits
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
K2 Staffing has been constructed on one of the most solid foundations in the industry, with roughly 40 years of combined business and recruiting knowledge. Through our vast experience, we understand locating and attracting the right talent can be comparable to ascending K2 - difficult, sometimes impossible, and completely savage. With that said, we take a very methodical approach with our process, including a detailed discovery process ultimately leading to a customized plan of action for each of our clients. Our “high-tech, soft-touch” technique produces results that cannot be denied. We have embraced technology to its fullest, which provides us with top-quality candidates to choose from. That, however, does not disclude how important it is to roll up our sleeves and connect with people on a human level, avoiding short-term arrangements, disappointment, and a tremendous waste of time and money for all parties involved.
Whether you are a candidate seeking to locate a company to represent for the long haul, or you are a hiring manager for an organization searching for that 1 in a million, K2 Staffing is here to assist you. Utilizing our “high-tech, soft-touch” approach, we will successfully diagnose the needs and desires of both our clients and candidates, resulting in the perfect connection for years to come.
